LAST week’s AFTA trade show on the Gold Coast included a Best of Show award where retailers voted on this year’s most impressive gear. Here’s a list of winners from this year’s event. Full a full list including runners’ up awards, check out the AFTA Facebook page.
Best Rod
Pure Fishing – Abu Garcia Real Finesse
Best Reel
Shimano Australia – Curado DC
Best Line
Pure Fishing – Berkley X9 Braid 300m
Best Terminal Tackle
TT Lures Swimlockz Jigheads
Best Tackle Management
Wilson Platinum Tournament Bag
Best Sunglasses
Mako Eyewear – Edge Frame Graduated Flash Mirro Glass Lens
Spotters Shades – Spotters Fusion Ice
Best Hard Lure
River 2 Sea Brands – Chasebaits Frill Seeker
Best Soft Lure
River 2 Sea Brands – Chase 200mm Ultimate Squid
Best Outdoor/Camping Product
Yeti Australia – Hopper Backflip 24 Fog Gray
Best Game Fishing Rod
Wilson Fishing – Live Fibre RLF46FRO
Best Game Fishing Lure
J.M Gillies Agencies – Bluewater HC Stickbait
Best Game Fishing Accessory
Viva Fishing Tackle – Cobalt Blue Bench Crimper
Best Fly Fishing Product
J.M Gillies Agencies – Sage Igniter Fly Rod / Rio Jungle Series Fly Line
Best Fishing/Boating Accessory
Yeti Australia – Loadout Bucket
Best Combo
Pure Fishing – Abu Garcia Maxtreme/Finesse
Best Clothing Accessory
Blue Fish Imports – Samaki Black Marlin Sublimation Shirt
John Dunphy Award For Innovation
Costa Sunglasses Untangled Collection
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